From Panamá City: Panama Canal and Fort San Lorenzo Tour
Panama Province, Panama
Visit the new locks of the Panama Canal and observe the big vessels passing by. Visit the San Lorenzo fortress in the middle of the rainforest, where you'll learn about the real pirates of the Caribbean.
Panama Canal and San Lorenzo Fortress Tour from Panama City
This guided tour suits history and engineering enthusiasts interested in Panama’s UNESCO fortress and canal locks near Agua Clara.
Highlights
- Explore San Lorenzo Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with an expert guide
- Learn about Caribbean pirates and sea captains such as Henry Morgan and Francis Drake
- Watch large vessels transit the new locks of the Panama Canal at the Visitor Center
Description
Your tour begins with hotel pickup in Panama City and travel to the Panama Canal Visitor Center at Agua Clara. Observe massive ships navigating the new locks, a key engineering achievement worldwide.
Next, visit Fort San Lorenzo, a military fortress dating from the 1750s that protected Spanish transatlantic trade. Your guide will share detailed history about the defense system and stories of famous pirates and sea captains.
After the guided tour, you will return comfortably by vehicle to Panama City, arriving back in time for lunch at your hotel.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Panama City
- Admission tickets to the Panama Canal Visitor Center
- Entrance fees to San Lorenzo Fortress
- Guided tour of San Lorenzo Fortress
- Bilingual tour guide
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Train tickets to Colón
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in the morning for better lighting at the canal locks and bring sun protection and comfortable shoes for walking around the fortress.
